Our Design Team

AWARD WINNING DESIGN TEAM

ATHENA D. VIGIL

President / CEO / Design Director
Allied ASID / IFDA

Since 1991, Athena has built an illustrious design career and is presently recognized as one of the top interior designers in Scottsdale and Phoenix. Her talents have transformed spaces large and small. Across the United States and as far as Los Cabos, Mexico.

She leads a team staff of skilled interior design professionals with memberships in both the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA). Through Athena’s guidance, they have created an extraordinary interior design portfolio.

Her design expertise has been sought by professional athletes, corporate powerhouses, and showcased by Martha Stewart Living, Phoenix Home & Garden, So Scottsdale and more.

Her design range covers both commercial and residential projects. She recently designed a premium, 60,000 square-foot commercial office space for a well-known Phoenix law firm. While adept at managing large scale projects, her residential interior design work is of equal importance.

She devotes the same dedication, warmth and professionalism to a client seeking a complete residential design or a first-time home-buyer interested in carpet and paint. No matter the size or scope, each project receives the expert attention upon which Athena’s sterling reputation has been built. Athena is one of the most renowned interior designers in Arizona, serving clients throughout the United States and beyond.

“Your space has a direct impact on your quality of life. It affects the way you think, the way you feel and the way you function.”

-Athena Vigil, Design Director

DESIGN TEAM

Tony Morocco

Interior Designer

Tony Morocco is a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh in Graphic and Interior design. One of Tony’s strongest qualities is taking a home and completely redoing it with existing furniture and art work. Adding only a few new items to make the design meet up to a newer fresher look.

After graduating from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh and ITT Business College, Tony went on to a Career with Verizon Wireless retiring after 27 years as Associate Director. “I never lost my passion for interior design.” says Tony.

During this time, Tony joined the Interiors Remembered family in 2003 assisting on many projects while working side by side with Athena and team.

Tony, his wife Robin of 25 years, and their daughters Francesca and Alexandria reside in Queen Creek.

Michelle Martinez

Administrative Assistant

Michelle began her career at Interiors Remembered over 22 years ago while the company was still in it’s youth. Having left Oceanside, where her husband served in the Marine Corps, Athena persuaded her to come back to Phoenix and has been helping the company grow ever since. She manages administrative functions and has supported projects not just in Phoenix, but all over the United States.

While watching the company grow, Michelle also watched her two beautiful girls grow up as well. In her down time, she enjoys spending time with her daughters. husband Brian, and two dogs.

“I love spending time with our clients and design team.” says Michelle. “Watching the design work come to fruition is truly a wonderful experience for me.”

Eileen Stagg

Interior Designer

Eileen is an interior designer in the Phoenix area over the last 6 years. She has a passion and love for design starting back from her days in the fashion industry. She uses her eclectic talents to inspire and design beautiful and functional spaces for her clients. She is always on the hunt at vintage and salvage places around the state and country during her travels to incorporate a unique piece or look into one of her designs.

“I love to open the minds of my clients to help them think outside the box as we work together to create a space that is uniquely theirs. The greatest joy for me is when a client sees the finished project and the smile on their face speaks volumes! That is what design for me is all about.”

Eileen loves spending her free time outdoors running, hiking, and traveling to any beach destination. The outdoors is where she gets a lot of her design inspiration – from natures colors and textures.

The greatest love and joy of Eileen’s life is her four children. She resides in the Ahwatukee area and is an active part of the community.